Project Engineer III - Value Engineering (VE)

Techtronic Industries Co.; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) plan

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Techtronic Industries Co. seeks a Project Engineer III – Value Engineering to lead cross-functional VE initiatives, driving cost reduction while preserving performance and durability.

You will coordinate with global engineering, sourcing, quality, manufacturing, and product management teams to deliver savings and value. Ideal candidates have a BS in engineering and 4+ years of VE project experience, with strong DFMA, cost modeling, and supplier collaboration skills, plus willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• 4+ years of engineering experience with VE projects.
• Experience managing product development or Value Engineering initiatives.
• Strong grasp of electromechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven problem-solving, analytical, and project leadership skills.
• Exposure to global suppliers and overseas manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with DFMA, cost modeling, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to draft test plans and coordinate qualification testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple Value Engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Conduct teardowns, benchmarking, cost modeling and opportunity identification.
• Develop and execute project plans, schedules, and risk mitigation.
• Lead technical tradeoffs on cost, performance and schedule.
• Interface with global suppliers for cost-effective design solutions.
• Validate alternative materials and supplier proposals.
• Coordinate qualification testing for safety, durability and performance.
• Track progress and report savings, risks and timelines to leadership.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Finance and Product Management.

Skills

Value Engineering

Project leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

DFMA

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Simulation software

Cost modeling tools

Job description

Project Engineer III - Value Engineering (VE) page is loaded## Project Engineer III - Value Engineering (VE)Applylocations: Anderson, SCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R75642**Job Description:****Project Engineer III – Value Engineering (VE)**The Value Engineering Project Engineer III leads cross-functional initiatives focused on cost reduction, product optimization, and continuous improvement while maintaining performance, durability, and user value. This role operates within the project leader hierarchy and collaborates closely with global engineering, sourcing, quality, manufacturing, and product management teams to drive VE strategy and execution.**Key Responsibilities*** Lead multiple low to moderately complex Value Engineering projects from concept through implementation* Drive product teardowns, benchmarking, cost modeling, and opportunity identification* Develop and execute project plans, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies* Lead technical tradeoff discussions focused on cost, performance, and schedule* Interface with global suppliers to develop cost-effective design solutions within process capabilities* Validate alternative materials, components, and supplier proposals* Coordinate qualification testing to ensure safety, durability, and performance requirements* Track project progress and provide regular updates to leadership on savings, risks, and timelines* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Finance, Product Management, etc.) to ensure successful implementation* Support production and continuous improvement initiatives across global manufacturing locations**Required Qualifications*** Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering* 4+ years of relevant engineering experience* Experience managing product development or Value Engineering projects* Strong understanding of electromechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes* Results driven and deadline orientated* Ability to manage several simultaneous projects to aggressive schedules and results* Ability to handle fast paced, and agile culture* Experience with DFMA, cost modeling, and root cause analysis* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project leadership skills* Experience with global suppliers and overseas manufacturing environments* Familiarity with CAD tools and simulation techniques* Experience with teardown benchmarking and cost optimization strategies* Ability to draft comprehensive test plans and specifications* 10% international travel requiredWe offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package – tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation and holidays.